Langston University
Langston, OK, USA

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Langston University

Shyla from Tulsa, OK

a current student here
7 people found this review useful
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Am learning a lot
Classes are small which provides you with one on one time with your professors which is great, because being a full time college student sometimes you may be busy during tutoring hours. So if you can talk to your professor and get help in class, you save a great deal of time.
Am enjoying being here
It's a great community. We all are very friendly and family based. Even though Langston University may be in the 'middle of nowhere' it's never boring. There are many options to do. If you don't want to go to one of the many parties we throw, you can go to basketball games, football games, comedy nights, or go grab a bite to eat with friends at the concession stands.
Bang for the buck
Langston University is a private college but you don't pay the private school price. You can get a awesome education for a lot cheaper.
Tips for prospective students
Come visit the school, walk around and get to know people. Before you get here remember that even though we party hard, we study even harder. Professors don't play about skipping classes. Don't take a class before 10am you will never want to get up.
Great for these types of students
Someone who wants 5 things.
1. Family/your home away from home
2. Fun
3. Happiness
4. Cheaper prices for the same great education.
5. One on one time with professors.

Jessica from Chicago, IL

a current student here
3 people found this review useful
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In three sentences
Langston University is a extremely welcoming campus.
Langston University students have a genuine love for the school.
Langston University is a place where everyone is family.
Tips for prospective students
Come into your college experience and environment with a open mind.
Have respect for your school and the brand of the school.
Be respectful to adults, faculty, and staff at all times.
Food and Dining
The food at Langston is exceptional compared to other places. We have a cafeteria where it is buffet style there are always different options for people. What I really love about the cafeteria is that they have a huge salad bar which is always open during breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
What to do for fun
There are many organizations and clubs at Langston University. I am a part of several of these so I am always busy doing something. If I am not busy I like to talk walks around the campus because its so peaceful and serene. The scenery is beautiful and relaxing.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
There is a cemetery located right outside one of our housing facilities. Most people don't even know it exist.It was a cemetery for the actual city of Langston a long time ago.
Great for these types of students
Langston University is great for students who like to be involved in their school. Langston allows you to have a voice in what goes happens on campus. It really is a place for active students.
Clubs and Activities
There are so many clubs and organizations on this campus. Every single one of these host events and allow for the students to better serve the university and get a break from schoolwork.
Greek Life
The Greek organizations at my school are very interactive with the students and you can tell that they have a general love and respect for their organization and the school. They are extremely humble and are always serving the university.
Campus Safety
I always feel extremely safe on this campus. There have been numerous times where I have walked home by myself very late at night and there was not a ounce of fear in my body. People treat each other like family so there really is no fear of danger.

Sharon from Pearland, TX

a current student here
3 people found this review useful
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In three sentences
I honestly give Langston about a serious 8. I wanted to go to other schools. but I'm glad Langston was my choice. Transferring doesn't even cross my mind.
Tips for prospective students
Make sure you do everything when Langston staff tells you to. Otherwise, you'll be waiting for ever. Students tend to wait until the last minute and don't get what they need done on time.
Academic Rigor
Langston accepts pretty much everybody. Even though SAT and ACT scores are required, you won't be rejected education. They put you in classes to help with whatever subject you are struggling in.
Dorm Life
The dorm life is the best. Centennial Courts is my favorite apartment complex. However, it is only for the freshman. Then comes Scholars Inn. Those are for the upperclassmen. Scholars Inn has bigger beds and bigger rooms so I guess that's a plus.
Food and Dining
The food is good. You get 3 meals a day. However, sometimes you may feel like you are getting tired of eating the same thing. If you are hungry, you'll eat.
What to do for fun
They have parties and mixxers as a way for the students to take a break. Sometimes they may even play music in front of the Student Success Center and have rap battles. The Greeks (Kappas & Omegas) have kickbacks every now and then. Those are very fun.
Bang for the buck
Get work-study because you WILL need it. If you have a bill, unless you plan on paying out of pocket, get a job on or off campus.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
There is a big white building next to the University of Women. I have never been there. I'm actually scared to.
Great for these types of students
This is a HBCU. It doesn't matter who goes to Langston, but there are mostly African-Americans.
Clubs and Activities
There are many clubs for people to join. I've thought about joining the English club. I'm an English Education major.
Greek Life
The Greek life is lovely. My favorite is Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. They are the Bruhz and they keep everybody hype. The ladies love them. For the ladies, Delta Sigma Theta has all the ladies wanting to wear Krimson & Kreme. All of the Sororities and Fraternities do what they have to do though.
Campus Safety
Safety is one thing you do not have to worry about. There are cameras and a police station on campus. The police stay very alert and stay on top of preventing chaos. Sometimes things may get out of hand, but LUPD always show up.

Edwin from Lewisville, TX

a current student here
1 person found this review useful
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In three sentences
Langston University isba great school! if you are looking for a small HBCU that is nice and quiet this is the place! the faculty are caring and very hands on when it come to helping their students! A very community based campusband wide variety of students a great peraonalities!
Tips for prospective students
Make sure you have a car if you like to travel! some events are sonetimes off campus and the stores are 10+ miles away. handle your bill while you have the chance because the last minute handling business does not help! And GO TO CLASS!!!!
Academic Rigor
its a great school for academics! The teachers help as much as they can, but thats if you speak up! Be about your work and studies and you will make amazing grades. Attendance is KEY
Dorm Life
Dorms are nice and big. Depending on roomates its clean and everything in mainly new. Great RA's, students just like us and down to earth.
Food and Dining
Its the same old food over and over again! Could use some healther food choices instead of pizza and cheese burgers constantly! Sedexo is a bad company to order from, food runs right through you and WOW (CHICKEN STRIP BUILT IN RESTURANT) is exspensive but good!
What to do for fun
hang with fellow dormmates and students. Throw get togethers. Go to school functions and parties. Travel to neighbor colleges. Participate in all activities.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Alot of KKK Affiliation in the town of Langston.
Great for these types of students
Focused and not afraid to be solitary!
Clubs and Activities
Everything follows the right path and allare great organizations!
Greek Life
Great help the community organizations. They are all outstanding and helpful students!
Campus Safety
Not the best bunch of cops. Kinda hungry for action instead of keeping the campus safe. Get a good cop every now and then.

Jennifer from Langston, OK

a current student here
1 person found this review useful
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In three sentences
Langston University is the Passport to the World. It provides vast opportunities for students to succeed.
Tips for prospective students
Make sure you keep track of the classes that you take. Don't withdraw from classes, those count too. Make sure that your financial aid is in place so that you won't have to worry about a balance. Stay focused. The upperclassmen are here to help you, not discourage you.
Academic Rigor
Make sure that if you need the help, sign up with tutors, use all of the available resources, and work and study hard. It is only as hard as you make it.
Dorm Life
Try to get along with the people that are your roommates. There are strong bonds that can develop when you get to know the people that you live with.
Food and Dining
The campus has a few dining options. There are other options available, you just have to drive to get there.
What to do for fun
The campus has several basketball courts, a mulitmedia/game room, a tennis court, the football stadium and weight room.
Bang for the buck
Don't spend money that you don't have. In other words don't live beyond your means. If you can try to get a part time job that way you will have a steady cash flow.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
The goat research facility. Its self explanitory.
Clubs and Activities
There are a variety of clubs and activities to participate in. They are usually posted around campus a few days prior to when the event is to take place.
Greek Life
The Greek life is more than trying to join. They actually perform various services to the campus.

Khalil from Dallas, TX

a current student here
1 person found this review useful
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In three sentences
Langston University is a wonderful university and is a student driven campus. There are many activities to indulge in at Langston University. Langston University is truly your Passport to Greatness !
Tips for prospective students
There are many opportunities at Langston to have fun and learn about different cultures and experience. The Yard is always a fun place to be.
Academic Rigor
Langston is a small campus so the classes are about 30 per class. You can get a comfortable feel with the teachers and they care about you in you academics as well as personal life.
Dorm Life
Every student has their own room and space. It gives you a sense of security and peace.
Food and Dining
We have great Burger King and our brand new establishment called World of Wings, which is an established restaurant in New Orleans, Louisiana. Also there is a new soul food place that's opening in Fall 2012.
What to do for fun
Langston has a state of the art Student Union that's heading into its second year. It has a game room which has PS3 ,Xbox, Wii, and Pool Tables. It is a great place to chill in between classes or just leisure.
Greek Life
The Greek Life is great. Langston has some of the best Greeks in the nation. They have a great deal of care and also are very active in the community.
Campus Safety
Langston has a top notch campus police. They ensure that the campus is a safe one. Langston City Police is rebuilding from the bottom due to problems. They have a new sheriff and he's about business.

Andria from Rancho Cucamonga, CA

a current student here
1 person found this review useful
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In three sentences
langston university is an excellent school for students who aren't exposed to their african american culture. it's a smaller school, which allows students to feel more connected to their professors and peers. really great institution for students who want to branch out into community service, and doing things for others.
Tips for prospective students
1. bring weather appropriate clothing for winter. 2. be open to all of the possibilities this school has to offer. 3. avoid the rumors that this institution carries with it. 4. be ready to help others.
Academic Rigor
this review is given based on my work load as a mccabe scholar, required to take honors courses.
Dorm Life
langston university does not have dorms for on campus residents. their housing consists of apartments, which gives a more private experience than the dorm life, since you share and apartment rather than a room with other people.
Food and Dining
the cafeteria has its days where it can be great, and then it has days where it can be bad. the constant complaint is that the drink machines pick which days they would like to properly work.
What to do for fun
i'm not really into the party scene, but there are multiple parties going on weekly. langston is located in the middle of nowhere, so you have to travel in order to participate in recreational activities, like movies, skating, malls, etc.